Highgate Blog

December 4, 2020    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: About Highgate Senior Living, Caregiver & Family Resources, Senior Nutrition

3 Holiday Baking Recipes from the Highgate Senior Living Kitchen

The holidays might feel a little different this year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t carry on traditions and bake some delicious — and nutritious — treats with or for....

November 27, 2020    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources

Memory Loss Caregiver Tips: Having a Gratitude Attitude

Practicing gratitude is a great way to reduce stress when caregiving. Studies show that intentionally practicing gratitude can improve mood, lower stress, ward off....

November 20, 2020    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources, Senior Nutrition

Using Aromatherapy to Increase Appetite in Loved One with Memory Loss

Thanksgiving is just around the corner. A time when many look forward to sitting around the table and enjoying the company of loved ones. But loss of appetite can make....

November 6, 2020    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Assisted Living Resources, Caregiver & Family Resources

Questions to Ask When Going on a Virtual Senior Living Tour

There could be many reasons why you can’t tour a senior living community in-person. Whether social distancing due to coronavirus or exploring out-of-town communities,....

October 9, 2020    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources

6 Tips for Caregivers for a Parent Experiencing Weight Gain

Most people gain weight when they age. However, if your loved one is experiencing rapid or significant weight gain, it could not only be a sign of an underlying health....

October 2, 2020    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources

Characterizing Your Caregiver Style

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September 18, 2020    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources, Senior Nutrition

6 Caregiver Hacks for Improving Your Loved One's Diet

What do you do when your mom can’t make it to the grocery store or your dad eats pizza for dinner for the third time in a week?

September 11, 2020    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources, Senior Nutrition

5 Common Signs of Poor Diet in Older Adults

It’s not always easy to spot a poor diet in an aging adult. Although there might be a sudden weight loss or gain, the warning signs of poor nutritional health are often....

September 4, 2020    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources

Creating Meaningful Interactions with a Loved One with Memory Loss

If you are caring for a loved one with dementia, memory loss will have an effect on your relationship. However, that doesn’t mean you still can’t have meaningful....